INTERVIEW: Barrett Carter on Bengals Defense, Dexter Lawrence Trade & Linebacker Room

Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Barrett Carter joined the show to discuss the state of the defense, including his reaction to the Dexter Lawrence trade, his role moving forward, what he learned from his rookie year and his mindset going into this season. James Rapien, Marisa Contipelli and Jacob Tissot also talked to him about his leadership, DJ Turner's ascension, his plans ahead of training camp and so much more! Wake up with First Word, Cincinnati’s ONLY morning sports show! Start your morning with James Rapien every weekday from 7–11am ET. First Word brings you everything you need to know about the Cincinnati Bengals, Cincinnati Reds, and the entire Cincinnati sports scene. Marisa Contipelli and Jacob Tissot join Rapien daily with insight, analysis, interviews, and conversations you won’t get anywhere else. 📺 LIVE Monday–Friday | 7–11am ET ▶️ Watch on YouTube + RESN 📡 RESN: 19.3 OTA | altafiber 253 | Spectrum 999 (Ohio) Miss the show live? Subscribe and catch every episode, interview, reaction, and breaking news update on demand. Follow us everywhere: @FirstWordCincy